PRN Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Acute Care

Physical Therapist AssistantIncludes weekendsPer Diem

Listed compensation

$36-$39/hr

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Job Description

Job Overview & Responsibilities

Are you passionate about expanding access to transformative care, leading the way in innovative therapy practices, and pursuing clear, tangible pathways for professional growth and development? At PT Solutions, we’re hiring Physical Therapist Assistants in Anderson, IN who are ready to elevate their careers while making a real difference in the lives of patients and our communities.

Why Join PT Solutions?

PT Solutions works together with Ascension St. Vincent Anderson to provide rehabilitation therapy services in order to best serve patients in the area. We have been recognized as a USA Today Top Workplace five years in a row, including 2026!

At PT Solutions, we are founded by clinicians. Our mission is expanding access to transformative care because people matter—people who need care, and our people who provide care.

As part of our team, you’ll join innovators and advocates, passionate about advancing access to quality care and making a lasting impact on patients, communities, and the industry. That means more collaboration for evidence-based therapy when and where it’s needed. It also means tangible opportunities for your future through learning and advancement.

Hospital/Clinic Address: 2015 Jackson St, 2nd Floor, Anderson, IN 46016

Join our team as a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant in the acute setting, where you’ll work alongside a Physical Therapist in administering patient treatments while educating patients, family members, and caregivers on how to best assist with daily routines. You will have the chance to work with a broader team to maximize patient outcomes using evidence-based care.

  • Your Responsibilities as a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Acute Care
  • Administer and assist with a wide range of physical therapy treatments using a variety of methods
  • Establish strong relationships with each patient so that they have ability to exceed their functional goals
  • Demonstrate a positive connection with patient, fellow clinicians, and other team members
  • Build and maintain relationships throughout the community
  • PRN Shift/Hour Requirements: 2 weekend day shifts per month, 1 major holiday, 1 minor holiday
  • Qualifications & Pay Range

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an APTA or CAPTE approved physical therapist assistant program
  • State Licensure
  • Basic Life Support Certification via the American Heart Association

Compensation

  • Pay Range: $36.00 - $39.00/hour
  • (Any posted pay range considers multiple compensations factors including background, experience, and work location while also allowing for salary growth within the position)
  • Company Overview

A Top Workplace

At PT Solutions, we’re more than colleagues; we’re a tight-knit community united in our mission to expand access to quality care. Our commitment to you is evident in our industry-leading professional development opportunities.

From ongoing evidence-based clinical education to dedicated mentorship opportunities and an APTA-accredited Orthopedic Residency Program, we propel our clinicians toward excellence in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and athletic training.

PT Solutions has been named a 2026 USA Today Top Workplace for the fifth consecutive year, based entirely on employee feedback. We’ve also earned five Culture Excellence Awards for Innovation, Professional Development, Work-Life Flexibility, Appreciation, and Purpose & Values.

This recognition reflects a culture built around supporting our people. It’s not just what we do, but how we make people feel. Through human connection, intentional care, and being all in for one another, we create experiences that make a difference. Because together, we do great better.

Let’s go further together and transform care. Join the #PTSLife today! To see what #PTSLife is like, visit Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified candidates to apply!

Key Responsibilities

Administer physical therapy treatments in an acute care setting while collaborating with a broader clinical team. Educate patients, family members, and caregivers on daily routines to maximize patient outcomes.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Certifications

BLS

Key Skills

Patient treatmentPatient educationEvidence-based practiceClinical documentationRelationship buildingCommunication

Physical Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Indiana is 93.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$78k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $84k in an average-cost state. 60.4% of Indiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Indiana?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$75k–$81kPhysical Therapy median $62k (middle half $59k–$64k)18 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$84k in purchasing powerIndiana index 93.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Indiana573 active22,070 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedIndiana Physical Therapist listings: 19% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 27% offer loan repayment584 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Salary Distribution

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Work-Life Balance Distribution

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$27-$35/hr
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$27-$35/hr
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$30-$35/hr
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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 1.5
Below most Physical Therapist Assistant listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,946 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes weekends
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About PT Solutions Physical Therapy

Hospitals and Health Care
Atlanta, GA
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Continuing education
401(k) matching
Professional development
Mentorship opportunities

Living in Anderson

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$156k
Typical market rent
$1,088/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.